In March 1990, at the Geneva Auto Show, the 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II was shown.
The "Evo II" included the AMG PowerPack fitted to the same short-stroke 2,463 cc (2.5 L) inline-four engine as the Evolution, producing a maximum power output of 232 hp at 7,200 rpm and 181 lbs of torque at 5,000 rpm, as well as a full SLS adjustable suspension allowing the ride height to be adjusted from an interior switch.
The Evo II had the shortest production run of the 190 series models with production starting in 1990 and ending in 1991.